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Introduced
02/21/2025
02/21/2025
In Committee
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act to add Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 8898) to Division 1 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to artificial intelligence.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a framework for creating Multistakeholder Regulatory Organizations (MROs) to oversee and certify artificial intelligence (AI) models and applications in California. The Attorney General will designate private entities as MROs for three-year renewable terms, with these organizations responsible for developing and implementing rigorous standards for AI safety. Applicants must submit comprehensive plans that address high-impact risks, including cybersecurity, biological threats, and potential AI autonomy issues. MROs will be required to audit AI developers, certify AI models that meet specific safety standards, and submit annual reports to the Legislature detailing AI capabilities, societal risks, and mitigation efforts. The bill provides legal incentives for AI developers, creating a rebuttable presumption of reasonable care if an AI model is certified by an MRO in civil liability cases. The goal is to create a flexible, proactive approach to AI governance that balances innovation with safety, leveraging private sector expertise to develop adaptive standards that can quickly respond to technological advancements. The MRO process is designed to transform regulatory compliance into a competitive advantage, encouraging responsible AI development while maintaining accountability and public trust.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
May 23 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. (on 05/23/2025)
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